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Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance)

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
University of the Sunshine Coast

600

in world overall ranking*

70

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This major within the Bachelor of Business builds strong business foundations while developing expertise in economics and finance. You’ll study management, business law, governance and social responsibility, and choose electives across trade, finance and fintech. The program includes work-integrated learning such as an internship or industry project to apply skills in real contexts, preparing you for business and financial services careers at bachelor level. The programme introduces accounting standards, taxation basics, and financial reporting for professional accreditation pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across banking, finance and broader business advisory services. Typical opportunities include banking and finance consultant, business consultant, economist, data analyst, financial analyst, investment analyst and risk analyst. The major supports careers in financial management, analytical and research-focused roles, and business decision-making in private firms, financial institutions and related sectors as a bachelor-level business qualification. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit assistant, banking, and financial services entry roles.


Living Costs in Sunshine Coast**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,148 - 1,518
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 977 - 1,292
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 3 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 271 - 359

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$28,500 per year

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A$14,834 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

3 years

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March, July

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Online
Sunshine Coast

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BU301

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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tick iconTIM FAIRFAX FAMILY FOUNDATION RURAL AND REMOTE EDUCATION BURSARY

Up to A$2,500

tick iconUSC INTERNATIONAL STUDENT OUTLOOK (ISO) SCHOLARSHIP

15% of tuition fees

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